Below is the July 2010 Calendar from Georgia's State Parks & Historic Sites. More information on events, including accommodations and facilities, can be found at www.GeorgiaStateParks.org or 1-800-864-7275. For an online calendar listing, visitwww.GeorgiaStateParks.org/events. You can also become a fan on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. Thank you for helping promote Georgia’s natural and historic resources!
July 2010 Events – Divided By Region
NORTHERN GEORGIA
Independence Day Celebration
Friday, July 2 through Sunday, July 4, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Amicalola Falls State Park and Lodge – Dawsonville
A weekend of family fun to celebrate the nation’s independence! Join us for relay races, patriotic crafts, and the famous watermelon seed-spitting contest! $5 parking. (706) 265-1969.
July 4th Mountain Style
Friday, July 2 through Sunday, July 4
Unicoi State Park and Lodge – Helen
The weekend will include fun such as a watermelon eatin’ seed spittin contest, sack races, music concert, hoedown, and fun for the entire family. This event starts at 8 PM on Friday and ends at 9 PM on Sunday. $5 parking. 800-573-9659 ext. 305.
Appalachian Jam
Saturdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 2 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site – Dahlonega
Every Saturday starting April 17 until October 9, come listen to the sounds and songs of yesteryear. North Georgia's mountain music singers and pickers will appear on the grounds of the historic Dahlonega Gold Museum. Enjoy acoustic and old-time strings as the sounds of yesterday fill the air. (706) 864-3513.
Holiday Gorge Floor Hike
Saturday, July 3 through Monday, July 5, 10:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Tallulah Gorge State Park – Tallulah Falls
This guided hike will take you from rim to river while learning about the gorge's unique environments. Be sure to wear proper footwear (no flip-flops or crocs). This hike is strenuous and will involve rock hopping and getting wet. Bring a lunch and lots of water. For ages 10 and older. Register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. (706) 754-7981.
Old Fashioned Independence Day Celebration
Saturday, July 3
Tugaloo State Park - LavoniaEvents will begin with our 10 a.m. bicycle parade. Old-time games on the ballfield at 1 p.m. include sack races, three-legged races, relays, egg and water balloon tosses, and other events. At 3 p.m. we will hold our annual putt-putt torunament for ages 12 and younger. $3 for putt-putt tournament, plus $5 parking. (706) 356-4362.
Visiting Artist Series at Unicoi
Saturday, July 3
Tugaloo State Park - LavoniaEvents will begin with our 10 a.m. bicycle parade. Old-time games on the ballfield at 1 p.m. include sack races, three-legged races, relays, egg and water balloon tosses, and other events. At 3 p.m. we will hold our annual putt-putt torunament for ages 12 and younger. $3 for putt-putt tournament, plus $5 parking. (706) 356-4362.
Visiting Artist Series at Unicoi
Saturdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m.
Sundays, July 4, 11, 18 and 25, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Unicoi State Park and Lodge – Helen
The program lasts each weekend from Memorial Day through mid-November. Several talented artists and craftspeople from Georgia and surrounding states will demonstrate and have samples of their work for sale. $5 parking. 800-573-9659 ext. 305.
Saturday Evening Concert Series
Saturdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24 and 31, 8 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Unicoi State Park and Lodge – Helen
Every Saturday from Memorial Day through mid-November. Some of the best musicians in the area perform a variety of music, from Appalachian Mountain to bluegrass to Southern gospel. "Pass-the-hat" donations. $5 parking. 800-573-9659 ext. 305.
Independence Day at Vogel
Sunday, July 4, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Vogel State Park – Blairsville
Come to Vogel as we celebrate our independence with a special flag-raising ceremony. Also there will be a bicycle parade, pedal boat races, and sandcastle building competition, watermelon eating, sack races, egg tosses and greased pole climbing. $5 parking. (706) 745-2628.
Youth Fishing Days at Buck Shoals
Saturday, July 17, 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Smithgall Woods Conservation Park – Helen
Children and their special "big person" can fish in a lake stocked with catfish, bass, and bream. Fish caught can be kept. Bring your own bait and rods. Some rods are available for loan. Call for directions to "Buck Shoals." $5 parking. (706) 878-3087.
Witch’s Head Excursion
Saturday, July 17, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Saturday, July 24, 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Tallulah Gorge State Park – Tallulah Falls
This guided hike will take you to the bottom of the dam to view the witch's head rock and enjoy a relaxing lunch. Bring lots of water, lunch and proper foot wear. $5 plus $5 parking. (706) 754-7981.
Snakes Alive
Saturday, July 17, 8 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Tugaloo State Park - LavoniaThis reptile program includes live snakes to view up close and personal. Meet at the amphitheater to learn about venomous and non-venomous snakes found in north Georgia. $5 parking. (706) 356-4362.
Chief Vann House Days
Saturday, July 17, 8 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Tugaloo State Park - LavoniaThis reptile program includes live snakes to view up close and personal. Meet at the amphitheater to learn about venomous and non-venomous snakes found in north Georgia. $5 parking. (706) 356-4362.
Chief Vann House Days
Saturday, July 24, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Chief Vann House Historic Site – Chatsworth
Watch 1800s crafts demonstrations at the 1804 mansion of Cherokee Indian plantation owner James Vann. Cherokee tribal members along with local demonstrators show the art of blacksmithing, soap making, weaving, spinning, quilting, doll making, chair and basket weaving, pottery, and much more. $3.50–$5. (706) 695-2598.
A Tribute To Georgia Authors
Saturday, July 24, 9 a.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site – Dahlonega
Meet local and national authors who will bring their newest releases and older favorites. They will be glad to sign copies and add personal notes. $3.50- $5. (706) 864-2257.
Introduction to Nature Journaling
Saturday, July 24, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Smithgall Woods Conservation Park – Helen
Make a simple saddle-stitched booklet and learn techniques for recording your close encounters with nature. Artist Linda Lindeborg will help participants explore ideas for themed journals, learn basic drawing techniques, and investigate nature prints and rubbings. Then take a walk in the woods and do some sketching. Register by July 16. $25 plus $5 parking. (706) 878-3087.
Bat Blitz
Sunday, July 25, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Fort Mountain State Park - ChatsworthKids of all ages can learn about these aerobatic mammals that eat mosquitoes and other insects. Watch biologists as they net bats and teach about their fascinating wings and ears. Browse bat displays and make bat crafts. $5 parking. (770) 918-6792.
Full Moon Suspension Bridge Hike
Sunday, July 25, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Fort Mountain State Park - ChatsworthKids of all ages can learn about these aerobatic mammals that eat mosquitoes and other insects. Watch biologists as they net bats and teach about their fascinating wings and ears. Browse bat displays and make bat crafts. $5 parking. (770) 918-6792.
Full Moon Suspension Bridge Hike
Sunday, July 25, 8:30 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.
Monday, July 26, 9 p.m. – 11 p.m.
Tallulah Gorge State Park – Tallulah Falls
Join Tallulah Rangers on a moonlit hike down into the gorge. Register in advance. $5 plus $5 parking. (706) 754-7981.
Folk Life Traditions
Friday, July 30, 8 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday, July 31, 10 a.m. – 9 a.m.
Unicoi State Park and Lodge – Helen
Watch demonstrations of everything from spinning to candle dipping, to butter churning. Concerts will feature traditional Appalachian and old-time mountain music. Festivities will include mountain skills displays, concerts, and Appalachian-style community dancing. $5 parking. 800-573-9659 ext. 305.
Birds of Prey
Saturday, July 31, 8 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Tugaloo State Park - LavoniaMeet at the amphitheater to learn about Georgia's owls, hawks and other birds of prey. $5 parking. (706) 356-4362.
COASTAL GEORGIA
Cannons Across the Marsh
Saturday, July 3, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Fort King George Historic Site - DarienJoin the garrison for a day of artillery drills, musket firings and soldier's life activities to honor Independence Day. Free watermelon and lemonade will be served. $3.50-$5. (912) 437-4770.
Independence Day Colonial Faire
Saturday, July 3, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Fort King George Historic Site - DarienJoin the garrison for a day of artillery drills, musket firings and soldier's life activities to honor Independence Day. Free watermelon and lemonade will be served. $3.50-$5. (912) 437-4770.
Independence Day Colonial Faire
Saturday, July 3, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Fort Morris Historic Site – Midway
Celebrate the 4th with colonial games, contests of skill, colonial music, musket firings, cannon firings and activities. Prizes will be awarded to all participants. Sponsored by the City of Flemington, Ga. (912) 884-5999.
Independence Day Celebration
Saturday, July 3 through Sunday, July 4
Skidaway Island State Park – Savannah
Celebrate good times with a patriotic decorating contest (pets, yourself, your bikes, etc), hayrides, crafts, a greased pole climb and other challanges, and join in a campfire! $5 parking. (912) 598-2300.
Kayak the Salt Marsh
Sunday, July 4, 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Crooked River State Park - St. Mary'sKayaking the marshes around Crooked River offers opportunities to look for birds and learn about the importance of the marsh ecosystem. Reservations are required and space is limited. $35 single, $45 tandem. Call for family rates of 3 or more. $5 parking. (912) 882-5256.
July Fourth Celebration at Fort McAllister
Sunday, July 4, 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Crooked River State Park - St. Mary'sKayaking the marshes around Crooked River offers opportunities to look for birds and learn about the importance of the marsh ecosystem. Reservations are required and space is limited. $35 single, $45 tandem. Call for family rates of 3 or more. $5 parking. (912) 882-5256.
July Fourth Celebration at Fort McAllister
Sunday, July 4, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Fort McAllister Historic Park – Richmond Hill
Come and celebrate our nation's birthday with Civil War troops as they fire special salutes for those who have died so we may be free. Also join us for period games and a cool slice of melon. Pack a lunch and enjoy the day. $3.50 - $5. (912) 727-2339.
SOUTHERN & CENTRAL GEORGIA
July 4th Celebration
Friday, July 2 through Sunday, July 4, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Florence Marina State Park – Omaha
Celebrate the Fourth with games, watermelon eating contest, and educational boat tours. $4 plus $5 parking. (229) 838-4706.
Ol’ Time 4th at Jarrell Plantation
Saturday, July 3, 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Jarrell Plantation Historic Site – Juliette
Demonstrations of traditional crafts and skills. Competitions in 3-legged race, sack race, egg toss and tug-of-war. A reading of the Declaration of Independence will be at noon. $3.50-$5.00 (478) 986-5172.
200th Birthday of Robert Augustus Toombs
Saturday, July 3, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Robert Toombs House Historic Site - WashingtonThis living-history event will honor Rober Toombs' life from acts: Act 1 "The Formative Years," Act ll "Baron of Wilkes County," Act lll "Premier of the Confederacy," Act lV "A Man Without a Country." Refreshments will be served. Free. (706) 678-2226.
Fireworks on the Flint
Saturday, July 3, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Robert Toombs House Historic Site - WashingtonThis living-history event will honor Rober Toombs' life from acts: Act 1 "The Formative Years," Act ll "Baron of Wilkes County," Act lll "Premier of the Confederacy," Act lV "A Man Without a Country." Refreshments will be served. Free. (706) 678-2226.
Fireworks on the Flint
Sunday, July 4, 9:30 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Georgia Veterans State Park – Cordele
A spectacular display of fireworks highlights the Fourth of July. $5 parking. (229) 276-2371.
Thunder Over Thurmond
Saturday, July 10
Elijah Clark State Park - LincolntonBring chairs, a blanket and the whole family for a picnic and swimming before the annual fireworks show, which is sponsored by Lincoln and McCormick counties. Fireworks begin at dark. $5 parking. (706) 359-3458.
Geology Hike
Saturday, July 17, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Providence Canyon State Park - LumpkinJoin Professor Rich McWilliams of Thomas University from Thomasville, Georgia as he conducts a hike into the canyons so visitors will see one of the geologic wonders of the southeastern United States. Pre-registration is required due to limitations on group size. $5 parking. (229) 838-4706.
Ice Cream Social
Saturday, July 10
Elijah Clark State Park - LincolntonBring chairs, a blanket and the whole family for a picnic and swimming before the annual fireworks show, which is sponsored by Lincoln and McCormick counties. Fireworks begin at dark. $5 parking. (706) 359-3458.
Geology Hike
Saturday, July 17, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Providence Canyon State Park - LumpkinJoin Professor Rich McWilliams of Thomas University from Thomasville, Georgia as he conducts a hike into the canyons so visitors will see one of the geologic wonders of the southeastern United States. Pre-registration is required due to limitations on group size. $5 parking. (229) 838-4706.
Ice Cream Social
Saturday, July 31, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
General Coffee State Park – Nicholls
Celebrate summer with boat races, ice cream social, old-fashioned kids games and more. $5-$6 plus $5 parking. (912) 384-7082.
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